Shaded area near confluence of Basin Creek and the North Fork Tuolumne River.
Campground is part public, part private. Call River Ranch Campgrounds for
availability and reservations at (209) 490-2267.

<p>Shaded area near confluence of Basin Creek and the North Fork Tuolumne River. Campground is part public, part private. Call River Ranch Campgrounds for availability and reservations at (209) 490-2267.</p>

$40.00 per night and includes 6 guests and 2 vehicles. $5.00 for each
additional vehicle. Day use $5 per vehicle grants access from 10am to 8pm for
those who would like to access the National Forest Service lands via River
Ranch Campgrounds entrance.

Bird's eye view of the campground

River Ranch - Hacienda Campground

The Hunter Creek area east of Tuolumne City on the south end of the Mi Wok
Ranger District offers 100 miles of roads open to OHV use. Future site
specific analysis may result in trail opportunities being developed. The
riding area ranges in elevation of 2500 feet at Hunter Creek to 5800 feet at
Duckwall Mountain. The riding area is open all year, but access on some roads
may be blocked due to snow in winter months. River Ranch Campground off
Cottonwood Road offers full service camping facilities near the riding area
seasonally. The campground is open March 1- November 1. OHV use is not
permitted within the campground or on Cottonwood Road. Adjacent areas offer
no-service, dispersed camping opportunities.

For more information and other OHV riding opportunities on Forest Service
lands, please visit the California State Off Highway Motor Vehicle Recreation
Website at www.ohv.parks.ca.gov.

<p>The Hunter Creek area east of Tuolumne City on the south end of the Mi Wok Ranger District offers 100 miles of roads open to OHV use. Future site specific analysis may result in trail opportunities being developed. The riding area ranges in elevation of 2500 feet at Hunter Creek to 5800 feet at Duckwall Mountain. The riding area is open all year, but access on some roads may be blocked due to snow in winter months. River Ranch Campground off Cottonwood Road offers full service camping facilities near the riding area seasonally. The campground is open March 1- November 1. OHV use is not permitted within the campground or on Cottonwood Road. Adjacent areas offer no-service, dispersed camping opportunities.</p><p>For more information and other OHV riding opportunities on Forest Service lands, please visit the <a href="http://ohv.parks.ca.gov/">California State Off Highway Motor Vehicle Recreation Website</a> at www.ohv.parks.ca.gov.</p>

Hunter Creek

Secluded area with small stream.

For more information and other OHV riding opportunities on Forest Service
lands, please visit the California State Off Highway Motor Vehicle Recreation
Website at www.ohv.parks.ca.gov.

<div id="slider"><a href="http://www.fs.usda.gov/detail/stanislaus/?cid=fseprd493005" rel="nofollow"><img alt="Hull Creek Information Board" src="http://www.fs.usda.gov/Internet/FSE_MEDIA/fseprd493005.jpg" title="Hull Creek Information Board"/></a> <a href="http://www.fs.usda.gov/detail/stanislaus/?cid=fseprd493004" rel="nofollow"><img alt="Hull Creek Restrooms" src="http://www.fs.usda.gov/Internet/FSE_MEDIA/fseprd493004.jpg" title="Hull Creek Restrooms"/></a><a href="http://www.fs.usda.gov/detail/stanislaus/?cid=fseprd492933" rel="nofollow"><img alt="Hull Creek Entrance Sign" src="http://www.fs.usda.gov/Internet/FSE_MEDIA/fseprd492933.jpg" title="Hull Creek Entrance Sign"/></a><a href="http://www.fs.usda.gov/detail/stanislaus/?cid=fseprd493015" rel="nofollow"><img alt="Hull Creek Water Pump" src="http://www.fs.usda.gov/Internet/FSE_MEDIA/fseprd493015.jpg" title="Hull Creek Water Pump"/></a></div><p> </p><p>Secluded area with small stream.</p><p>For more information and other OHV riding opportunities on Forest Service lands, please visit the <a href="http://ohv.parks.ca.gov/" rel="nofollow">California State Off Highway Motor Vehicle Recreation Website</a> at www.ohv.parks.ca.gov.</p>

Hull Creek Campground

The Hull and Trout Creek area southeast of Long Barn is a popular area for ATV
and four-wheel drive users to operate with 20 miles of signed trails and 100
miles of roads open to OHV use. Unlike the Crandall and Deer Creek area, few
single-track motorcycle trails currently exist. The riding area ranges in
elevation of 4500 feet near Long Barn to 7600 feet at Bourland Mountain. The
riding area is closed during the winter due to snow blocking access. Hull
Creek campground is nearby with 23 units, restrooms, and drinking water.
Adjacent areas offer no-service, dispersed camping opportunities.

 For more information and other OHV riding opportunities on Forest Service
lands, please visit the California State Off Highway Motor Vehicle Recreation
Website at www.ohv.parks.ca.gov.

<p>The Hull and Trout Creek area southeast of Long Barn is a popular area for ATV and four-wheel drive users to operate with 20 miles of signed trails and 100 miles of roads open to OHV use. Unlike the Crandall and Deer Creek area, few single-track motorcycle trails currently exist. The riding area ranges in elevation of 4500 feet near Long Barn to 7600 feet at Bourland Mountain. The riding area is closed during the winter due to snow blocking access. Hull Creek campground is nearby with&nbsp;23 units, restrooms, and drinking water. Adjacent areas offer no-service, dispersed camping opportunities.</p><p>&nbsp;For more information and other OHV riding opportunities on Forest Service lands, please visit the <a href="http://ohv.parks.ca.gov/" target="_blank">California State Off Highway Motor Vehicle Recreation Website</a> at www.ohv.parks.ca.gov.</p><p>&nbsp;</p>

$12.00. Interagency Senior and Interagency Access Passes Honored: The
Interagency Senior and Access Passes Provide a 50 percent discount on camping
fees at Hull Creek Campground. Pass number must be written on fee envelope.
The Interagency Annual and Volunteer passes do not provide any discounts on
camping.

Hull Creek / Trout Creek

A popular motorcycle riding area with 40 miles of signed trails and 140 miles
of road open to OHV use extending from north of Crandall Peak to the Deer
Creek area northwest of Highway 108. The riding area ranges in elevation of
3,500 feet at Deer Creek to 5500 feet at Crandall Peak. Four-wheel drive and
ATV trails are limited, but use is allowed on the 140 miles of road. A camping
area located at Crandall Peak near Spring Gap off Forest Roads 4N01 and 4N88,
accesses these routes and offers dispersed camping and vehicle parking/off
loading with restrooms, but no other services or potable water is available.
Trails in the Crandall Peak area are usually closed in the winter due to snow
blocking access. Four-wheel drive and ATV trails are limited in the riding
area, but use is allowed on the 140 miles of road.

For more information and other OHV riding opportunities on Forest Service
lands, please visit the California State Off Highway Motor Vehicle Recreation
Website  or at www.ohv.parks.ca.gov.

<p>A popular motorcycle riding area with 40 miles of signed trails and 140 miles of road open to OHV use extending from north of Crandall Peak to the Deer Creek area northwest of Highway 108. The riding area ranges in elevation of 3,500 feet at Deer Creek to 5500 feet at Crandall Peak. Four-wheel drive and ATV trails are limited, but use is allowed on the 140 miles of road. A camping area located at Crandall Peak near Spring Gap off Forest Roads 4N01 and 4N88, accesses these routes and offers dispersed camping and vehicle parking/off loading with restrooms, but no other services or potable water is available. Trails in the Crandall Peak area are usually closed in the winter due to snow blocking access. Four-wheel drive and ATV trails are limited in the riding area, but use is allowed on the 140 miles of road.</p><p>For more information and other OHV riding opportunities on Forest Service lands, please visit the <a href="http://ohv.parks.ca.gov/" target="_blank">California State Off Highway Motor Vehicle Recreation Website</a>&nbsp; or at www.ohv.parks.ca.gov.</p>

Crandall / Deer Creek

Lumsden Campground is on a low elevation pine and oak forested site on the
Tuolumne Wild & Scenic River approximately one mile from South Fork Campground
and two miles from Lumsden Bridge Campground, within the Tuolumne-Lumsden
Recreation Area.

Each site has a picnic table, bear box, and a campfire pit with a grill. A
vault toilet is available in the campground. Untreated water is available from
river, if running. Treating water before drinking is recommended.

<link href="http://www.fs.usda.gov/Internet/FSE_DOCUMENTS/stelprdb5318146.css" media="screen" rel="stylesheet" type="text/css" /><script src="https://ajax.googleapis.com/ajax/libs/jquery/1.8.3/jquery.min.js" type="text/javascript"></script><script src="http://www.fs.usda.gov/Internet/FSE_DOCUMENTS/stelprdb5317644.js" type="text/javascript"></script><script type="text/javascript">var $j = jQuery;$j.noConflict();$j(window).load(function() {$j('#slider').nivoSlider( {effect: 'fade',startSlide: 0,animSpeed: 750,pauseTime: 8000});});</script><div id="slider"><img alt="Lumsden  Campground" src="http://www.fs.usda.gov/Internet/FSE_MEDIA/fseprd525345.jpg" title="Lumsden Campground" /> <img alt="Lumsden Campground Tuolumne River" src="http://www.fs.usda.gov/Internet/FSE_MEDIA/fseprd525347.jpg" title="Lumsden Campground Tuolumne River" /> <img alt="Lumsden Campground Sign" src="http://www.fs.usda.gov/Internet/FSE_MEDIA/fseprd525346.jpg" title="Lumsden Campground Sign" /> <img alt="Lumsden Campground Tuolumne River" src="http://www.fs.usda.gov/Internet/FSE_MEDIA/fseprd525349.jpg" title="Lumsden Campground Tuolumne River" /> <img alt="Lumsden Campground Restroom" src="http://www.fs.usda.gov/Internet/FSE_MEDIA/fseprd525344.jpg" title="Lumsden Campground Restroom" /></div><p>Lumsden Campground is on a low elevation pine and oak forested site on the <a href="http://www.fs.usda.gov/recarea/stanislaus/recreation/wateractivities/recarea/?recid=14975&amp;actid=79">Tuolumne Wild &amp; Scenic River</a>&nbsp;approximately one mile from <a href="http://www.fs.usda.gov/recarea/stanislaus/recreation/camping-cabins/recarea/?recid=14935&amp;actid=29">South Fork Campground</a>&nbsp;and two miles from <a href="http://www.fs.usda.gov/recarea/stanislaus/recreation/camping-cabins/recarea/?recid=14931&amp;actid=29">Lumsden Bridge Campground</a>, within the Tuolumne-Lumsden Recreation Area.</p><p>Each site has a picnic table, bear box, and a campfire pit with a grill. A vault toilet is available in the campground. Untreated water is available from river, if running. Treating water before drinking is recommended.</p>

Lumsden Campground

South Fork Campground is on a low elevation site near the confluence of the
South Fork Tuolumne River and the Tuolumne Wild & Scenic River approximately
one mile from Lumsden Campground and Lumsden Bridge Campground, within the
Tuolumne-Lumsden Recreation Area.

Each site has a picnic table and a campfire pit with a grill. A vault toilet
is available in the campground. Untreated water available from river, if
running. Treating water before drinking is recommended.

| **CAUTION - BURNED AREA**  
**Please use caution while in the**  
Rim Fire Burned Area.  
Potential hazards include loose and falling rocks, flash floods, and debris
flows.  
Trees may have been weakened from fire damage and ongoing drought and may fall
at any time.  
Stay on designated roads and trails and within opened areas.Be alert for
falling objects and do not linger around large trees.Avoid the area during
high winds or heavy rain.  
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<div id="slider"><img alt="South Fork Campground" src="http://www.fs.usda.gov/Internet/FSE_MEDIA/fseprd525330.jpg" title="South Fork Campground"/> <img alt="South Fork Campground Sign" src="http://www.fs.usda.gov/Internet/FSE_MEDIA/fseprd525328.jpg" title="South Fork Campground Sign"/> <img alt="South Fork Campground Restroom" src="http://www.fs.usda.gov/Internet/FSE_MEDIA/fseprd525327.jpg" title="South Fork Campground Restroom"/></div><p> </p><p>South Fork Campground is on a low elevation site near the confluence of the South Fork Tuolumne River and the <a href="http://www.fs.usda.gov/recarea/stanislaus/recreation/wateractivities/recarea/?recid=14975&actid=79" rel="nofollow">Tuolumne Wild & Scenic River</a> approximately one mile from <a href="http://www.fs.usda.gov/recarea/stanislaus/recreation/camping-cabins/recarea/?recid=14929&actid=29" rel="nofollow">Lumsden Campground</a> and <a href="http://www.fs.usda.gov/recarea/stanislaus/recreation/camping-cabins/recarea/?recid=14931&actid=29" rel="nofollow">Lumsden Bridge Campground</a>, within the Tuolumne-Lumsden Recreation Area.</p><p>Each site has a picnic table and a campfire pit with a grill. A vault toilet is available in the campground. Untreated water available from river, if running. Treating water before drinking is recommended.</p><table width="100%"><colgroup><col width="124"/><col width="385"/></colgroup><tbody><tr><td><div><img alt="snag tree" height="184" src="%E2%80%9D/Internet/FSE_MEDIA/stelprd3796487.png" width="124"/></div></td><td><div><strong><span>CAUTION - BURNED AREA</span></strong> <br/><strong>Please use caution while in the</strong><br/><a href="http://www.fs.usda.gov/detail/stanislaus/home/?cid=stelprdb5442963" rel="nofollow">Rim Fire Burned Area</a>.<br/>Potential hazards include loose and falling rocks, flash floods, and debris flows.<br/>Trees may have been weakened from fire damage and ongoing drought and may fall at any time.<br/>Stay on designated roads and trails and within opened areas.</div><div>Be alert for falling objects and do not linger around large trees.</div><div>Avoid the area during high winds or heavy rain.</div></td></tr></tbody></table>

South Fork Campground

The Pines Campground is on a mixed conifer forested site adjacent to the
Little Golden Forest Trail and near the Groveland Ranger District Office. The
campground includes a large group site.

Each site has a picnic table and a campfire pit with a grill. Vault toilets
and potable water is available in the campground during summer.

<div id="slider"><a href="http://www.fs.usda.gov/detail/stanislaus/?cid=fseprd480569" rel="nofollow"><img alt="The Pines Campground" src="http://www.fs.usda.gov/Internet/FSE_MEDIA/fseprd480569.jpg" title="The Pines Campground"/></a><a href="http://www.fs.usda.gov/detail/stanislaus/?cid=fseprd480570" rel="nofollow"><img alt="The Pines Campground Restroom" src="http://www.fs.usda.gov/Internet/FSE_MEDIA/fseprd480570.jpg" title="The Pines Campground Restroom"/></a> <a href="http://www.fs.usda.gov/detail/stanislaus/?cid=fseprd480571" rel="nofollow"><img alt="The Pines Campground" src="http://www.fs.usda.gov/Internet/FSE_MEDIA/fseprd480571.jpg" title="The Pines Campground"/></a> <a href="http://www.fs.usda.gov/detail/stanislaus/?cid=fseprd480572" rel="nofollow"><img alt="The Pines Trail " src="http://www.fs.usda.gov/Internet/FSE_MEDIA/fseprd480572.jpg" title="The Pines Trail"/></a></div><p>The Pines Campground is on a mixed conifer forested site adjacent to the Little Golden Forest Trail and near the Groveland Ranger District Office. The campground includes a large group site.</p><p>Each site has a picnic table and a campfire pit with a grill. Vault toilets and potable water is available in the campground during summer.</p>

Pines Campground

## Overview

Pines Campground is conveniently located, just 15 miles from the Yosemite
National Park boundary in northern California. It is an ideal base camp for
visitors to explore not only Yosemite, but also the fantastic wilderness areas
within Stanislaus National Forest, including Carson-Iceberg, Emigrant and
Mokelumne Wildernesses. Pets are welcome, but must be compliant with Tuolumne
County leash laws.

## Recreation

Hike the Little Golden Forest Trail, a half-mile interpretive loop with the
option for a longer two-mile loop. A short drive takes visitors to the
Tuolumne River for wading and fishing. Winter sports are very popular in the
area as well. Dodge Ridge, Bear Valley and Badger Pass Ski Areas offer a
variety of winter activities.

## Facilities

In winter, camping is free but water and toilet paper are not provided.

## Natural Features

The tranquil campground sits at an elevation of 3,200 feet, in a mixed conifer
forest. The Tuolumne River is nearby, which flows for 150 mies from the
central Sierra Nevada to the San Joaquin River.

## Nearby Attractions

Take a scenic drive through Yosemite National Park to view its legendary
waterfalls and scenery.

<h2>Overview</h2>
<p>Pines Campground is conveniently located, just 15 miles from the Yosemite National Park boundary in northern California. It is an ideal base camp for visitors to explore not only Yosemite, but also the fantastic wilderness areas within Stanislaus National Forest, including Carson-Iceberg, Emigrant and Mokelumne Wildernesses. Pets are welcome, but must be compliant with Tuolumne County leash laws.</p>
<h2>Recreation</h2>
<p>Hike the Little Golden Forest Trail, a half-mile interpretive loop with the option for a longer two-mile loop. A short drive takes visitors to the Tuolumne River for wading and fishing. Winter sports are very popular in the area as well. Dodge Ridge, Bear Valley and Badger Pass Ski Areas offer a variety of winter activities.</p>
<h2>Facilities</h2>
<p>In winter, camping is free but water and toilet paper are not provided.</p>
<h2>Natural Features</h2>
<p>The tranquil campground sits at an elevation of 3,200 feet, in a mixed conifer forest. The Tuolumne River is nearby, which flows for 150 mies from the central Sierra Nevada to the San Joaquin River.</p>

<h2>Nearby Attractions</h2>
<p>Take a scenic drive through Yosemite National Park to view its legendary waterfalls and scenery.</p>

The Pines Campground

Pines Stanislaus

## Overview

Pines Group Campground attracts large families and groups friends with its
convenient location, just 15 miles from the Yosemite National Park boundary in
northern California. It is an ideal base camp for visitors to explore not only
Yosemite, but also the fantastic wilderness areas within Stanislaus National
Forest, including Carson-Iceberg, Emigrant and Mokelumne Wildernesses. Pets
are welcome, but must be compliant with Tuolumne County leash laws.

## Recreation

Hike the Little Golden Forest Trail, a half-mile interpretive loop with the
option for a longer two-mile loop. A short drive takes visitors to the
Tuolumne River for wading and fishing.  
  
Winter sports are very popular in the area as well. Dodge Ridge, Bear Valley
and Badger Pass Ski Areas offer a variety of winter activities.

## Facilities

The tent-only group site is open year-round and can accommodate up to 50
people. In winter, camping is free but water and toilet paper are not
provided.

## Natural Features

The tranquil campground sits at an elevation of 3,200 feet, in a mixed conifer
forest. The Tuolumne River is nearby, which flows for 150 mies from the
central Sierra Nevada to the San Joaquin River.

## Contact Info

For facility specific information, please call (801) 226-3564.

## Nearby Attractions

Take a scenic drive through Yosemite National Park to view its legendary
waterfalls and scenery.

<h2>Overview</h2>
Pines Group Campground attracts large families and groups friends with its convenient location, just 15 miles from the Yosemite National Park boundary in northern California. It is an ideal base camp for visitors to explore not only Yosemite, but also the fantastic wilderness areas within Stanislaus National Forest, including Carson-Iceberg, Emigrant and Mokelumne Wildernesses.
Pets are welcome, but must be compliant with Tuolumne County leash laws.<h2>Recreation</h2>
Hike the Little Golden Forest Trail, a half-mile interpretive loop with the option for a longer two-mile loop. A short drive takes visitors to the Tuolumne River for wading and fishing.
<br/><br/>
Winter sports are very popular in the area as well. Dodge Ridge, Bear Valley and Badger Pass Ski Areas offer a variety of winter activities.<h2>Facilities</h2>
The tent-only group site is open year-round and can accommodate up to 50 people. In winter, camping is free but water and toilet paper are not provided.<h2>Natural Features</h2>
The tranquil campground sits at an elevation of 3,200 feet, in a mixed conifer forest. The Tuolumne River is nearby, which flows for 150 mies from the central Sierra Nevada to the San Joaquin River.
<h2>Contact Info</h2>
For facility specific information, please call (801) 226-3564.
<h2>Nearby Attractions</h2>
Take a scenic drive through Yosemite National Park to view its legendary waterfalls and scenery.

PINES GROUP STANISLAUS

Pines Group Stanislaus

Forested site adjacent to the Pines Campground. The Pine's group site has
picnic tables, bear boxes, and a campfire pit with a grill.

<link href="http://www.fs.usda.gov/Internet/FSE_DOCUMENTS/stelprdb5318146.css" media="screen" rel="stylesheet" type="text/css" /><script src="https://ajax.googleapis.com/ajax/libs/jquery/1.8.3/jquery.min.js" type="text/javascript"></script><script src="http://www.fs.usda.gov/Internet/FSE_DOCUMENTS/stelprdb5317644.js" type="text/javascript"></script><script type="text/javascript">var $j = jQuery;$j.noConflict();$j(window).load(function() {$j('#slider').nivoSlider( {effect: 'fade',startSlide: 0,animSpeed: 750,pauseTime: 8000});});</script><div id="slider"><a href="http://www.fs.usda.gov/detail/stanislaus/?cid=fseprd480569"><img alt="The Pines Campground" src="http://www.fs.usda.gov/Internet/FSE_MEDIA/fseprd480569.jpg" title="The Pines Campground" /></a><a href="http://www.fs.usda.gov/detail/stanislaus/?cid=fseprd480570"><img alt="The Pines Campground Restroom" src="http://www.fs.usda.gov/Internet/FSE_MEDIA/fseprd480570.jpg" title="The Pines Campground Restroom" /></a> <a href="http://www.fs.usda.gov/detail/stanislaus/?cid=fseprd480571"><img alt="The Pines Campground" src="http://www.fs.usda.gov/Internet/FSE_MEDIA/fseprd480571.jpg" title="The Pines Campground" /></a> <a href="http://www.fs.usda.gov/detail/stanislaus/?cid=fseprd480572"><img alt="The Pines Trail " src="http://www.fs.usda.gov/Internet/FSE_MEDIA/fseprd480572.jpg" title="The Pines Trail" /></a></div><p>&nbsp;</p><p>Forested site adjacent to the Pines Campground. The Pine&#39;s group site has&nbsp;picnic tables, bear boxes, and&nbsp;a campfire pit with a grill.</p>

Pines Group Campground

Lumsden Bridge Campground is on a low elevation pine and oak forested site on
the Tuolumne Wild & Scenic River, approximately one mile from South Fork
Campground and two miles from Lumsden Campground, within the Tuolumne-Lumsden
Recreation Area.

Each site has a picnic table and a campfire pit with a grill. A vault toilet
is available in the campground. Untreated water is available from river, if
running. Treating water before drinking is recommended.

| **CAUTION - BURNED AREA**  
**Please use caution while in the**  
Rim Fire Burned Area.  
Potential hazards include loose and falling rocks, flash floods, and debris
flows.  
Trees may have been weakened from fire damage and ongoing drought and may fall
at any time.  
Stay on designated roads and trails and within opened areas.Be alert for
falling objects and do not linger around large trees.Avoid the area during
high winds or heavy rain.  
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<div id="slider"><img alt="Lumsden Bridge Campground" src="http://www.fs.usda.gov/Internet/FSE_MEDIA/fseprd525339.jpg" title="Lumsden Bridge Campground"/> <img alt="Lumsden Bridge Campground Tuolumne River" src="http://www.fs.usda.gov/Internet/FSE_MEDIA/fseprd525336.jpg" title="Lumsden Bridge Campground Tuolumne River"/> <img alt="Lumsden Bridge Campground" src="http://www.fs.usda.gov/Internet/FSE_MEDIA/fseprd525340.jpg" title="Lumsden Bridge Campground"/> <img alt="Lumsden Bridge Campground Sign" src="http://www.fs.usda.gov/Internet/FSE_MEDIA/fseprd525337.jpg" title="Lumsden Bridge Campground Sign"/> <img alt="Lumsden Bridge Campground Restroom" src="http://www.fs.usda.gov/Internet/FSE_MEDIA/fseprd525334.jpg" title="Lumsden Bridge Campground Restroom"/></div><p> </p><p>Lumsden Bridge Campground is on a low elevation pine and oak forested site on the <a href="http://www.fs.usda.gov/recarea/stanislaus/recreation/wateractivities/recarea/?recid=14975&actid=79" rel="nofollow">Tuolumne Wild & Scenic River</a>, approximately one mile from <a href="http://www.fs.usda.gov/recarea/stanislaus/recreation/camping-cabins/recarea/?recid=14935&actid=29" rel="nofollow">South Fork Campground</a> and two miles from <a href="http://www.fs.usda.gov/recarea/stanislaus/recreation/camping-cabins/recarea/?recid=14929&actid=29" rel="nofollow">Lumsden Campground</a>, within the Tuolumne-Lumsden Recreation Area.</p><p>Each site has a picnic table and a campfire pit with a grill. A vault toilet is available in the campground. Untreated water is available from river, if running. Treating water before drinking is recommended.</p><table width="100%"><colgroup><col width="124"/><col width="385"/></colgroup><tbody><tr><td><div><img alt="snag tree" height="184" src="%E2%80%9D/Internet/FSE_MEDIA/stelprd3796487.png" width="124"/></div></td><td><div><strong><span>CAUTION - BURNED AREA</span></strong> <br/><strong>Please use caution while in the</strong><br/><a href="http://www.fs.usda.gov/detail/stanislaus/home/?cid=stelprdb5442963" rel="nofollow">Rim Fire Burned Area</a>.<br/>Potential hazards include loose and falling rocks, flash floods, and debris flows.<br/>Trees may have been weakened from fire damage and ongoing drought and may fall at any time.<br/>Stay on designated roads and trails and within opened areas.</div><div>Be alert for falling objects and do not linger around large trees.</div><div>Avoid the area during high winds or heavy rain.</div></td></tr></tbody></table>

Lumsden Bridge Campground

Forested site on the Middle Fork Stanislaus River.

<div id="slider"><a href="http://www.fs.usda.gov/detail/stanislaus/?cid=fseprd493067" rel="nofollow"><img alt="Sand Bar Flat Campsite" src="http://www.fs.usda.gov/Internet/FSE_MEDIA/fseprd493067.jpg" title="Sand Bar Flat Campsite"/></a><a href="http://www.fs.usda.gov/detail/stanislaus/?cid=fseprd493068" rel="nofollow"><img alt="Sand Bar Flat Day Use Restrooms" src="http://www.fs.usda.gov/Internet/FSE_MEDIA/fseprd493068.jpg" title="Sand Bar Flat Day Use Restrooms"/></a><a href="http://www.fs.usda.gov/detail/stanislaus/?cid=fseprd493072" rel="nofollow"><img alt="Sand Bar Flat Day Use Stream" src="http://www.fs.usda.gov/Internet/FSE_MEDIA/fseprd493072.jpg" title="Sand Bar Flat Day Use Stream"/></a></div><p>Forested site on the Middle Fork Stanislaus River.</p>

Sand Bar Flat Campground

Forested site on the South Fork Stanislaus River. Two sites, a vault toilet,
and two fishing piers are accessible.

<div id="slider"><a href="http://www.fs.usda.gov/detail/stanislaus/?cid=fseprd522831" rel="nofollow"><img alt="Fraser Flat Campground Sign" src="http://www.fs.usda.gov/Internet/FSE_MEDIA/fseprd522831.jpg" title="Fraser Flat Campground Sign"/></a><a href="http://www.fs.usda.gov/detail/stanislaus/?cid=fseprd522830" rel="nofollow"><img alt="Fraser Flat Campground" src="http://www.fs.usda.gov/Internet/FSE_MEDIA/fseprd522830.jpg" title="Fraser Flat Campground"/></a><a href="http://www.fs.usda.gov/detail/stanislaus/?cid=fseprd522829" rel="nofollow"><img alt="Fraser Flat Campground" src="http://www.fs.usda.gov/Internet/FSE_MEDIA/fseprd522829.jpg" title="Fraser Flat Campground"/></a><a href="http://www.fs.usda.gov/detail/stanislaus/?cid=fseprd522828" rel="nofollow"><img alt="Fraser Flat Campground" src="http://www.fs.usda.gov/Internet/FSE_MEDIA/fseprd522828.jpg" title="Fraser Flat Campground"/></a><a href="http://www.fs.usda.gov/detail/stanislaus/?cid=fseprd522827" rel="nofollow"><img alt="Fraser Flat Campground Restroom" src="http://www.fs.usda.gov/Internet/FSE_MEDIA/fseprd522827.jpg" title="Fraser Flat Campground Restroom"/></a></div><p> </p><p>Forested site on the South Fork Stanislaus River. Two sites, a vault toilet, and two fishing piers are accessible.</p>

Fraser Flat Campground

## Overview

Lost Claim attracts families and friends with its convenient location, just 15
miles from the northwest Yosemite National Park boundary in northern
California. Deemed as an ideal base camp, visitors can explore not only
Yosemite, but also the fantastic wilderness areas of the Stanislaus National
Forest. Pets are welcome, but must be compliant with Tuolumne County leash
laws.

## Recreation

Hike the Little Golden Forest Trail, a half-mile interpretive loop with the
option for a longer two-mile loop. A short drive takes visitors to the
Tuolumne River for wading and fishing.

## Facilities

The 10 camping sites are all suited for tents. Sites 1, 7, and 8 would also
accommodate tent trailers. The roads and spurs are native surface or gravel.
Each site has a picnic table, food storage box and campfire ring. Drinking
water and vault toilets are available.

## Natural Features

**At 3,100 feet in elevation, the tranquil campground sits in a mixed conifer
forest with ample shade at each campsite. Nearby is the Tuolumne River, which
flows for 150 miles from the central Sierra Nevadas to the San Joaquin
River.**

## Contact Info

For facility specific information, please call (801) 226-3564.

## Nearby Attractions

Take a scenic drive through Yosemite and explore its legendary waterfalls.
Enjoy world class fishing on the Tuolumne River or at one of the many lakes in
this western Sierra Nevada location. Go hiking on one of the many nearby
trails. The town of Groveland boasts many shopping and tourist activities;
check with the Tuolumne County Visitors Bureau for more information.

<h2>Overview</h2>
Lost Claim attracts families and friends with its convenient location, just 15 miles from the northwest Yosemite National Park boundary in northern California.  Deemed as an ideal base camp, visitors can explore not only Yosemite, but also the fantastic wilderness areas of the Stanislaus National Forest.
Pets are welcome, but must be compliant with Tuolumne County leash laws.<h2>Recreation</h2>
Hike the Little Golden Forest Trail, a half-mile interpretive loop with the option for a longer two-mile loop. A short drive takes visitors to the Tuolumne River for wading and fishing.<h2>Facilities</h2>
<p>The 10 camping sites are all suited for tents.  Sites 1, 7, and 8 would also accommodate tent trailers.  The roads and spurs are native surface or gravel.  Each site has a picnic table, food storage box and campfire ring.  Drinking water and vault toilets are available.</p>
<h2>Natural Features</h2>
<b> At 3,100 feet in elevation, the tranquil campground sits in a mixed conifer forest with ample shade at each campsite.  Nearby is the Tuolumne River, which flows for 150 miles from the central Sierra Nevadas to the San Joaquin River. </b>
<h2>Contact Info</h2>
For facility specific information, please call (801) 226-3564.
<h2>Nearby Attractions</h2>
Take a scenic drive through Yosemite and explore its legendary waterfalls.  Enjoy world class fishing on the Tuolumne River or at one of the many lakes in this western Sierra Nevada location.  Go hiking on one of the many nearby trails.  The town of Groveland boasts many shopping and tourist activities; check with the Tuolumne County Visitors Bureau for more information.

Lost Claim Campground Highway Entrance

Lost Claim Campground Toilet Facilities

Lost Claim Campground Entrance

Lost Claim Campground Water pump

Lost Claim Campground

Lost Claim

## Overview

Situated in the central Sierra Nevada, camping at Cherry Valley campground
offers many beautiful sights. It is located in a forest of mixed conifers
about 1.5 miles northeast of Cherry Valley Dam, 1 hour east of Tuolumne City,
1 hour northeast of Groveland, and 2.5 hours from the northwestern border of
Yosemite National Park. Lake access is available via a hiking trail. The road
to the campground is a winding mountain road and must be taken slowly.

## Recreation

There are unlimited opportunities for fishing on lakes and rivers and for
exploring hiking trails in the area. Cherry Lake has a boat ramp near the dam,
conveniently located off Cherry Lake Road. Visitors to Cherry Valley can enjoy
a quiet lake experience great for water sports, swimming, and fishing.

## Facilities

Cherry Valley has 41 single and five double family sites with paved roads and
spurs. Each site has a table and campfire pit with a grill. Drinking water and
vault toilets are available. The opening and closing dates are somewhat
weather dependent, but the campground is generally open for the first day of
fishing season, the last Friday in April. Pets are welcome, but must be
compliant with Tuolumne County leash laws.

## Natural Features

Visitors to Cherry Valley campground can enjoy easy access to nearby Cherry
Lake, the largest lake in the Stanislaus National Forest. Anglers flock to
Cherry Lake every year, plotting their next catch of eastern brook trout,
German brown trout, kokanee salmon, and rainbow trout.

## Contact Info

For facility specific information, please call (801) 226-3564.

<h2>Overview</h2>
Situated in the central Sierra Nevada, camping at Cherry Valley campground offers many beautiful sights. It is located in a forest of mixed conifers about 1.5 miles northeast of Cherry Valley Dam, 1 hour east of Tuolumne City, 1 hour northeast of Groveland, and 2.5 hours from the northwestern border of Yosemite National Park. Lake access is available via a hiking trail. The road to the campground is a winding mountain road and must be taken slowly.<h2>Recreation</h2>
There are unlimited opportunities for fishing on lakes and rivers and for exploring hiking trails in the area. Cherry Lake has a boat ramp near the dam, conveniently located off Cherry Lake Road. Visitors to Cherry Valley can enjoy a quiet lake experience great for water sports, swimming, and fishing.<h2>Facilities</h2>
Cherry Valley has 41 single and five double family sites with paved roads and spurs. Each site has a table and campfire pit with a grill. Drinking water and vault toilets are available. The opening and closing dates are somewhat weather dependent, but the campground is generally open for the first day of fishing season, the last Friday in April.

Pets are welcome, but must be compliant with Tuolumne County leash laws.<h2>Natural Features</h2>
Visitors to Cherry Valley campground can enjoy easy access to nearby Cherry Lake, the largest lake in the Stanislaus National Forest. Anglers flock to Cherry Lake every year, plotting their next catch of eastern brook trout, German brown trout, kokanee salmon, and rainbow trout.
<h2>Contact Info</h2>
For facility specific information, please call (801) 226-3564.

Cherry Valley Campground Entrance Sign

Cherry Valley Campground Amphitheater

CHERRY VALLEY

Cherry Valley Campground

Cherry Valley

Due to road construction, the highway from Black Oak to Cherry Valley
Campground is currently closed and will remain closed until repairs are
completed. Highway 120 from Groveland to Cherry Lake Road is the only access
to Cherry Valley Campground. This is a narrow and winding road with several
sharp turns; long trailers or RVs are not advised. Travel at your own risk.

## Overview

Sweetwater Campground is located on a mixed conifer forested site adjacent to
Highway 120, in close proximity to Yosemite National Park. Sites offer camping
furniture (picnic tables, campfire pit with grill). Accessible vault toilets
and potable water is available.

## Facilities

Sweetwater Campground has 12 single camping units. All units are suitable for
tents & RV's (32 ft. max). All interior and spur roads are poaved. Each unit
contains at least one picnic table, fire ring and bear box. This is one double
vault toilet until (2 toilets). Well water is available and is piped to 3
faucets throughout the campground.

## Nearby Attractions

Rainbow Pools is .8 miles from campground and has hiking around it.

Preston Fall Trailhead is 7.3 miles from the campground and is a 4.5 mile
hike.

Carlon Day Use area is 9.8 miles from the campground.

Buck Meadow is 3.1 miles from the campground.

<h2>Overview</h2>
<p>Sweetwater Campground is located on a mixed conifer forested site adjacent to Highway 120, in close proximity to Yosemite National Park. Sites offer camping furniture (picnic tables, campfire pit with grill). Accessible vault toilets and potable water is available. </p>
<h2>Facilities</h2>
<p>Sweetwater Campground has 12 single camping units. All units are suitable for tents & RV's (32 ft. max). All interior and spur roads are poaved. Each unit contains at least one picnic table, fire ring and bear box. This is one double vault toilet until (2 toilets). Well water is available and is piped to 3 faucets throughout the campground. </p>

<h2>Nearby Attractions</h2>
<p>Rainbow Pools is .8 miles from campground and has hiking around it.</p>
<p>Preston Fall Trailhead is 7.3 miles from the campground and is a 4.5 mile hike.</p>
<p>Carlon Day Use area is 9.8 miles from the campground.</p>
<p>Buck Meadow is 3.1 miles from the campground.</p>

Sweetwater Campground Stanislaus National Forest Welcome Sign

Picnic Table and surrounding area

Vault Toilet

Sweetwater (Stanislaus National Forest)

TeleLi puLaya Campground is a new campground, which opened in 2014 and
provides spectacular views of the Stanislaus River Canyon. Turn left at the
Beardsley Dam sign on Highway 108, 5 miles east of the Summit Ranger Station
on Highway 108. There are a total of 22 sites, two are group sites. The main
road and parking pads are paved. Restrooms are vault toilets. Each site has a
table and metal fire ring. Potable water is available; each hydrant serves
several sites. A fee is charged for extra vehicle parking. There is no hiking
trails to the reservoir.

<div id="slider"><a href="http://www.fs.usda.gov/detail/stanislaus/?cid=fseprd522903" rel="nofollow"><img alt="TeleLi puLaya (Black Oak) Campground" src="http://www.fs.usda.gov/Internet/FSE_MEDIA/fseprd522903.jpg" title="TeleLi puLaya (Black Oak) Campground"/></a><a href="http://www.fs.usda.gov/detail/stanislaus/?cid=fseprd522902" rel="nofollow"><img alt="TeleLi puLaya Restroom" src="http://www.fs.usda.gov/Internet/FSE_MEDIA/fseprd522902.jpg" title="TeleLi puLaya Restroom"/></a><a href="http://www.fs.usda.gov/detail/stanislaus/?cid=fseprd522906" rel="nofollow"><img alt="TeleLi puLaya (Black Oak) Campground Information Board" src="http://www.fs.usda.gov/Internet/FSE_MEDIA/fseprd522906.jpg" title="TeleLi puLaya (Black Oak) Campground Information Board"/></a><a href="http://www.fs.usda.gov/detail/stanislaus/?cid=fseprd522905" rel="nofollow"><img alt="TeleLi puLaya (Black Oak) Campground" src="http://www.fs.usda.gov/Internet/FSE_MEDIA/fseprd522905.jpg" title="TeleLi puLaya (Black Oak) Campground"/></a><a href="http://www.fs.usda.gov/detail/stanislaus/?cid=fseprd522904" rel="nofollow"><img alt="TeleLi puLaya (Black Oak) Campground" src="http://www.fs.usda.gov/Internet/FSE_MEDIA/fseprd522904.jpg" title="TeleLi puLaya (Black Oak) Campground"/></a></div><p> </p><p>TeleLi puLaya Campground is a new campground, which opened in 2014 and provides spectacular views of the Stanislaus River Canyon. Turn left at the Beardsley Dam sign on Highway 108, 5 miles east of the Summit Ranger Station on Highway 108. There are a total of 22 sites, two are group sites. The main road and parking pads are paved. Restrooms are vault toilets. Each site has a table and metal fire ring. Potable water is available; each hydrant serves several sites. A fee is charged for extra vehicle parking. There is no hiking trails to the reservoir.</p>

TeleLi puLaya (Black Oak) Campground

Beardsley Dam Campground is located near Beardsley Dam on Forest Road 5N02 at
the south end of Beardsley Reservoir. Traveling east on CA Highway 108, turn
left at the Beardsley Dam sign, 5 miles east of the Summit Ranger Station on
CA Highway 108. Follow the paved road across the dam to the campground. There
are a total of 16 sites. The main road and parking pads are paved with the
exception of the walk-in sites which are gravel. Restrooms are vault toilets.
Each site has a table and metal fire ring. Potable water is available. Trash
service is available. A fee is charged for extra vehicle parking. There are no
designated trails to the reservoir from the campground.

<div id="slider"><a href="http://www.fs.usda.gov/detail/stanislaus/?cid=fseprd500445" rel="nofollow"><img alt="Beardsley Dam Campground" src="http://www.fs.usda.gov/Internet/FSE_MEDIA/fseprd500445.jpg" title="Beardsley Dam Campground"/></a><a href="http://www.fs.usda.gov/detail/stanislaus/?cid=fseprd500446" rel="nofollow"><img alt="Beardsley Dam Campground" src="http://www.fs.usda.gov/Internet/FSE_MEDIA/fseprd500446.jpg" title="Beardsley Dam Campground"/></a><a href="http://www.fs.usda.gov/detail/stanislaus/?cid=fseprd5004457" rel="nofollow"><img alt="Beardsley Dam Campground" src="http://www.fs.usda.gov/Internet/FSE_MEDIA/fseprd5004457.jpg" title="Beardsley Dam Campground"/></a><a href="http://www.fs.usda.gov/detail/stanislaus/?cid=fseprd500449" rel="nofollow"><img alt="Beardsley Dam Campground" src="http://www.fs.usda.gov/Internet/FSE_MEDIA/fseprd500449.jpg" title="Beardsley Dam Campground"/></a><a href="http://www.fs.usda.gov/detail/stanislaus/?cid=fseprd500451" rel="nofollow"><img alt="Beardsley Dam Campground" src="http://www.fs.usda.gov/Internet/FSE_MEDIA/fseprd500451.jpg" title="Beardsley Dam Campground"/></a></div><p> </p><p>Beardsley Dam Campground is located near Beardsley Dam on Forest Road 5N02 at the south end of Beardsley Reservoir. Traveling east on CA Highway 108, turn left at the Beardsley Dam sign, 5 miles east of the Summit Ranger Station on CA Highway 108.  Follow the paved road across the dam to the campground.  There are a total of 16 sites.  The main road and parking pads are paved with the exception of the walk-in sites which are gravel.  Restrooms are vault toilets.  Each site has a table and metal fire ring.  Potable water is available.  Trash service is available. A fee is charged for extra vehicle parking. There are no designated trails to the reservoir from the campground.</p>

Beardsley Dam Campground

## Overview

**IMPORTANT CAMPGROUND UPDATE**

**— RESERVATIONS REQUIRED**

Beginning **Summer 2026** , **ALL CAMPSITES at Meadowview Campground** will
require **advance reservations during peak season**.

**Peak Season:** **Memorial Day Weekend through Labor Day Weekend**

These sites were previously **first-come, first-served** and will **no longer
be available without a reservation** during this time period.

Please plan ahead to secure your site.

_Meadowview campground is located by Pinecrest Lake, just 30 miles east of
Sonora, at an elevation of 5600 feet. The area includes a day-use beach and a
marina, a small shopping center and Coffee Shop. The campground caters to all
ages and is within walking distance of the lake, an amphitheater, visitor
center, swimming beach and spectacular hiking trails. Meadowview offers a
variety of tent, trailer, and RV camping with access to all the fishing,
hiking, swimming, paddling and everything else that Pinecrest Lake is famous
for. The area is mostly forested and each site has a paved parking pad, picnic
table, and fire ring._

**Pets are welcome, but must be compliant with Tuolumne County leash laws and
never be left unattended.**

## Recreation

The Pinecrest Lake National Recreation Trail takes hikers on an easy 4-mile
stroll around Pinecrest Lake. Rainbow trout is a common catch in the lake and
swimming is enjoyed at the sandy beach. Educational programs are also a
highlight of the recreation area. Bike rentals are on hand so campers can bike
around the area.

## Facilities

Amenities for each site includes a paved parking pad, picnic table and
campfire ring. Drinking water is handy and restrooms have flush toilets, sinks
and a utility sink. No RV hookups area available and no showers. 100-200 loops
remain first come first serve.

## Natural Features

Many campsites are shaded by trees and sit near the southwest side of the
300-acre Pinecrest Lake in Stanislaus National Forest. In this beautiful
mountain landscape, wildlife viewing opportunities include marmots, squirrels,
coyotes and deer.

Stanislaus National Forest is situated in the central Sierra Nevada Mountains,
between Lake Tahoe and Yosemite. The area boasts gorgeous views of snow-capped
mountain peaks and California's Great Central Valley.

## Nearby Attractions

Located in the nearby area are several activities. There are ample hiking
trails, horseback riding, fishing, mountain bike riding, and water activities.
Pinecrest lake is a boating and swimming recreation area with restaurants,
stores, boat rentals, and an outdoor movie theater. Dodge Ridge Mountain
Resort is a ski area in the winter and in the summer is a basecamp for
mountain biking, hiking, and a great indoor/outdoor BBQ. Aspen Meadow Pack
Station is three miles from Pinecrest Lake and offers horseback rides and
trail head for hiking. Kennedy Meadows is 30 miles east of Pinecrest and
offers great river access for fishing, horse bike rides, hiking, and
restaurants. Sonora Pass, a scenic winding highway that has guided people
across the Sierra Nevada since 1852, is located nearby.

<h2>Overview</h2>
<p><strong>IMPORTANT CAMPGROUND UPDATE</strong></p><p><strong>— RESERVATIONS REQUIRED</strong></p><p>Beginning <strong>Summer 2026</strong>, <strong>ALL CAMPSITES at Meadowview Campground</strong> will require <strong>advance reservations during peak season</strong>.</p><p><strong>Peak Season:</strong> <strong>Memorial Day Weekend through Labor Day Weekend</strong></p><p>These sites were previously <strong>first-come, first-served</strong> and will <strong>no longer be available without a reservation</strong> during this time period.</p><p>Please plan ahead to secure your site.</p><p><em>Meadowview campground is located by Pinecrest Lake, just 30 miles east of Sonora, at an elevation of 5600 feet. The area includes a day-use beach and a marina, a small shopping center and Coffee Shop. The campground caters to all ages and is within walking distance of the lake, an amphitheater, visitor center, swimming beach and spectacular hiking trails. Meadowview offers a variety of tent, trailer, and RV camping with access to all the fishing, hiking, swimming, paddling and everything else that Pinecrest Lake is famous for. The area is mostly forested and each site has a paved parking pad, picnic table, and fire ring.</em></p><p><strong>Pets are welcome, but must be compliant with Tuolumne County leash laws and never be left unattended.</strong></p><h2>Recreation</h2>
<p>The Pinecrest Lake National Recreation Trail takes hikers on an easy 4-mile stroll around Pinecrest Lake. Rainbow trout is a common catch in the lake and swimming is enjoyed at the sandy beach. Educational programs are also a highlight of the recreation area. Bike rentals are on hand so campers can bike around the area.</p><p></p><h2>Facilities</h2>
<p>Amenities for each site includes a paved parking pad, picnic table and campfire ring. Drinking water is handy and restrooms have flush toilets, sinks and a utility sink. No RV hookups area available and no showers. 100-200 loops remain first come first serve. </p><h2>Natural Features</h2>
<p>Many campsites are shaded by trees and sit near the southwest side of the 300-acre Pinecrest Lake in Stanislaus National Forest. In this beautiful mountain landscape, wildlife viewing opportunities include marmots, squirrels, coyotes and deer.</p>
<p>Stanislaus National Forest is situated in the central Sierra Nevada Mountains, between Lake Tahoe and Yosemite. The area boasts gorgeous views of snow-capped mountain peaks and California's Great Central Valley.</p>

<h2>Nearby Attractions</h2>
<p>Located in the nearby area are several activities. There are ample hiking trails, horseback riding, fishing, mountain bike riding, and water activities. Pinecrest lake is a boating and swimming recreation area with restaurants, stores, boat rentals, and an outdoor movie theater. Dodge Ridge Mountain Resort is a ski area in the winter and in the summer is a basecamp for mountain biking, hiking, and a great indoor/outdoor BBQ. Aspen Meadow Pack Station is three miles from Pinecrest Lake and offers horseback rides and trail head for hiking. Kennedy Meadows is 30 miles east of Pinecrest and offers great river access for fishing, horse bike rides, hiking, and restaurants. Sonora Pass, a scenic winding highway that has guided people across the Sierra Nevada since 1852, is located nearby.</p>

Meadowview Campground 300 & 400

Meadowview Campground

Meadowview Campground Meadow

Directional sign located on the turn of Dodge Ridge Rd

Directional Sign located on the turn of Dodge Ridge Rd

Campers are responsible for knowing and abiding by camp rules

Campground Rules

Meadowview Map

## Overview

Pinecrest features a large campground by Pinecrest Lake, just 30 miles east of
Sonora, at an elevation of 5600 feet. The area includes a day-use beach and a
marina, a small shopping center and recreation cabins. The campground caters
to all ages and is within walking distance of the lake, an amphitheater,
visitor center, swimming beach and spectacular hiking trails. Pets are
welcome, but must be compliant with Tuolumne County leash laws.

## Recreation

The Pinecrest Lake National Recreation Trail takes hikers on an easy 4-mile
stroll around Pinecrest Lake. Rainbow trout is a common catch in the lake and
swimming is enjoyed at the sandy beach. Educational programs are also a
highlight of the recreation area. Bike rentals are on hand so campers can bike
around the area.

## Facilities

Amenities for each site includes a paved parking pad, picnic table and
campfire ring. Drinking water is handy and restrooms have flush toilets, sinks
and a utility sink. No RV hookups area available and no showers. At the
entrance of the campground is a kiosk to help with additional questions and
where campground reservation check in will happne. Ice and fire wood is for
sale here.

## Natural Features

Many campsites are shaded by trees and sit near the southwest side of the
300-acre Pinecrest Lake in Stanislaus National Forest. In this beautiful
mountain landscape, wildlife viewing opportunities include marmots, squirrels,
coyotes and deer.  
  
Stanislaus National Forest is situated in the central Sierra Nevada Mountains,
between Lake Tahoe and Yosemite. The area boasts gorgeous views of snow-capped
mountain peaks and California's Great Central Valley.

## Nearby Attractions

Located in the nearby area are several activities. There are ample hiking
trails, horseback riding, fishing, mountain bike riding, and water activities.
Pinecrest lake is a boating and swimming recreation area with restaurants,
stores, boat rentals, and an outdoor movie theater. Dodge Ridge Mountain
Resort is a ski area in the winter and in the summer is a basecamp for
mountain biking, hiking, and a great indoor/outdoor BBQ. Aspen Meadow Pack
Station is three miles from Pinecrest Lake and offers horseback rides and
trail head for hiking. Kennedy Meadows is 30 miles east of Pinecrest and
offers great river access for fishing, horse bike rides, hiking, and
restaurants. Sonora Pass, a scenic winding highway that has guided people
across the Sierra Nevada since 1852, is located nearby.

<h2>Overview</h2>
Pinecrest features a large campground by Pinecrest Lake, just 30 miles east of Sonora, at an elevation of 5600 feet. The area includes a day-use beach and a marina, a small shopping center and recreation cabins. 
  
The campground caters to all ages and is within walking distance of the lake, an amphitheater, visitor center, swimming beach and spectacular hiking trails.

Pets are welcome, but must be compliant with Tuolumne County leash laws.  <h2>Recreation</h2>
<p>The Pinecrest Lake National Recreation Trail takes hikers on an easy 4-mile stroll around Pinecrest Lake. Rainbow trout is a common catch in the lake and swimming is enjoyed at the sandy beach. Educational programs are also a highlight of the recreation area. Bike rentals are on hand so campers can bike around the area.</p><p></p><h2>Facilities</h2>
<p>Amenities for each site includes a paved parking pad, picnic table and campfire ring. Drinking water is handy and restrooms have flush toilets, sinks and a utility sink. No RV hookups area available and no showers. At the entrance of the campground is a kiosk to help with additional questions and where campground reservation check in will happne. Ice and fire wood is for sale here.</p>
<h2>Natural Features</h2>
Many campsites are shaded by trees and sit near the southwest side of the 300-acre Pinecrest Lake in Stanislaus National Forest. In this beautiful mountain landscape, wildlife viewing opportunities include marmots, squirrels, coyotes and deer.<br/><br/>
Stanislaus National Forest is situated in the central Sierra Nevada Mountains, between Lake Tahoe and Yosemite. The area boasts gorgeous views of snow-capped mountain peaks and California's Great Central Valley.
<h2>Nearby Attractions</h2>
<p>Located in the nearby area are several activities. There are ample hiking trails, horseback riding, fishing, mountain bike riding, and water activities. Pinecrest lake is a boating and swimming recreation area with restaurants, stores, boat rentals, and an outdoor movie theater. Dodge Ridge Mountain Resort is a ski area in the winter and in the summer is a basecamp for mountain biking, hiking, and a great indoor/outdoor BBQ. Aspen Meadow Pack Station is three miles from Pinecrest Lake and offers horseback rides and trail head for hiking. Kennedy Meadows is 30 miles east of Pinecrest and offers great river access for fishing, horse bike rides, hiking, and restaurants. Sonora Pass, a scenic winding highway that has guided people across the Sierra Nevada since 1852, is located nearby.</p>